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As we stay home, wait out this crisis, and bake our hearts out, sourdough is surging. No yeast needed, sourdough lets anyone turn flour, water, and time into absolutely spectacular bread. If you’ve thought about trying sourdough yourself, now is the time. So I and the rest of the Kitchn team are kicking off Sourdough for Beginners, the perfect starting place for a baking adventure. Are you in? https://bit.ly/3jcdneF

Forget the Gym: Walking Is the Superior Form of Exercise Abandon your punishing fitness plan! For true physical and existential salvation, nothing beats a good walk, argues author Will Self https://bit.ly/3sZZzbO

6 Ways to Start 2021 Mentally and Physically Strong. Read More: ibit.ly/0eC3

Cheers to health, happiness, and prosperity in 2021!

Despite an unprecedented year due to COVID-19, including necessary public health restrictions and uncertainty surrounding the economy, Greater Toronto Area REALTORS reported over 95,000 home sales in 2020 the third-best result on record. The average selling price reached a new record of almost $930,000. The Greater Toronto Area housing market followed an unfamiliar path in 2020. Following the steep COVID-induced drop-off in demand during the spring, home sales roared ...back to record levels throughout the summer and fall. A strong economic rebound in many sectors of the economy, ultra-low borrowing costs and the enhanced use of technology for virtual open houses and showings fuelled and sustained the housing market recovery, said Lisa Patel, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) President. Highlights from 2020 include: 95,151 sales were reported through TRREB’s MLS System up by 8.4 per cent compared to 2019. This included a record result for the month of December, with 7,180 sales a year-over-year increase of 64.5 per cent. Year-over-year sales growth was strongest in the GTA regions surrounding Toronto, particularly for single-family home types. The average selling price reached a new record of $929,699 up by 13.5 per cent compared to 2019. This included an average price of $932,222 in December a year-over-year increase of 11.2 per cent. The strongest average price growth was experienced for single-family home types in the suburban regions of the GTA. After a pronounced dip in market activity between mid-March and the end of May, market conditions improved dramatically in the second half of the year, with multiple consecutive months of record sales and average selling prices. While the housing market as a whole recovered strongly in 2020, there was a dichotomy between the single-family market segments and the condominium apartment segment. The supply of single-family homes remained constrained resulting in strong competition between buyers and double-digit price increases. In contrast, growth in condo listings far-outstripped growth in sales. Increased choice for condo buyers ultimately led to more bargaining power and a year-over-year dip in average condo selling prices during the last few months of the year, said Jason Mercer, TRREB Chief Market Analyst.

30 Brilliant Home Office Ideas to Boost Your Creativity and Productivity. From affordable decor to modern DIYs, try these inspiring workspace setups. ibit.ly/cRwm

30 Quick and Easy Breakfast Ideas for Your Busiest Mornings. These simple breakfast recipes are perfect for busy mornings. Read More: ibit.ly/IOs0

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas!

"Christmas is this Friday, which means we’re deep into last-minute holiday shopping territory. That’s stressful even in the most ordinary of years especially if you’ve waited until this week to start finding gifts but with so much else going on in 2020, we think there’s no reason for you to spend unnecessary time (or money) worrying about finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list. So we did all the research for you..." Read More: ibit.ly/iJxl

The Life-Changing Habit of Starting Your Day With Clarity And Purpose. Be proactive by waking up early with a clear plan for the day. A purposeful day is critical in achieving better results. Read More: ibit.ly/Q3Ag

What’s It Really Like to Live With Only the Essentials? 4 Minimalists Sound Off. Read More: ibit.ly/LLWK

Wishing everybody a THANKSGIVING!! Enjoy and stay safe!

Every self-help book ever, boiled down to 11 simple rules. "Why not condense the repeated lessons of an entire genre into one article? That's what I've attempted here, after reading dozens of history's biggest bestsellers so you don't have to. Here is the essence of the advice I've seen delivered again and again. " Read More: https://mashable.com/article/best-self-help-book-advice/

To make the most of your grocery trips, it’s a good idea to plan ahead, said Nicole Marchand, a registered dietitian and owner of Eat Well Halifax. Not only is a practical shopping list important, knowing how to use those items in recipes is key. Read More: https://bit.ly/3l0MABX